National honors recognize excellence in agency innovation, public affairs and media relations
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — August X, 2026 — Three Sachs Media leaders have been named among PRNEWS’ 2026 People of the Year, earning national recognition for innovation, public affairs and media relations.
Partner and Chief Strategy Officer Ryan Cohn was recognized as an Agency Innovator, while Account Manager Kinley Morgan was named among the Government & Public Affairs Leaders and Account Manager Hannah Flynn, APR, among the Media Relations Titans.
The recognition comes as Sachs Media celebrates its 30th anniversary and reflects both the breadth of talent across the firm and the people helping shape its next chapter.
“To have Ryan, Kinley and Hannah recognized nationally for three very different strengths says a lot about the team we’ve built,” said Drew Piers, President and Partner at Sachs Media. “Ryan is constantly pushing us to think differently about what’s next for our industry. Kinley has a remarkable ability to turn complicated issues into campaigns that move people to action. And Hannah knows how to find the story that matters and get it heard.”
Cohn’s recognition as an Agency Innovator follows a year in which he helped expand Sachs Media’s capabilities and reach, leading the firm’s adoption of artificial intelligence, developing its proprietary Digital Impact audience-targeting platform and helping launch SachsHEALTH, its specialized health care and life sciences practice.
Morgan was recognized among the Government & Public Affairs Leaders for turning complex policy challenges into campaigns that engage and mobilize people. Her work includes helping give military families a stronger voice and helping Donate Life Florida counter misinformation surrounding organ donation.
Flynn was named among the Media Relations Titans for her ability to find compelling stories in complex, high-stakes issues and get them heard. Her work includes guiding national media strategy for renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump and leading media relations across a range of public affairs and public interest issues.
“What I love about this recognition is that it reflects the kind of firm we have always wanted Sachs Media to be, one where talented people can grow, lead and do work that has an impact,” said Michelle Ubben, CEO and Partner at Sachs Media. “Ryan, Kinley and Hannah each bring something different to our firm, but they share the drive and commitment to excellence that have fueled Sachs Media for 30 years. I’m incredibly proud of them and excited about what they’ll do next.”
PRNEWS People of the Year honors communications professionals whose leadership, innovation and work are helping shape the future of the industry. Cohn, Morgan and Flynn will be recognized October 6 in New York City at the PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala.